BirdDog Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 When I was about 12 y.o. I got a ride in a big rig. A friend of the family was a driver and had his truck at home. He demonstrated how it started up, unlocking the trailer brakes and then took us out around the neighborhood. We had a big loop in our development about 2 miles long. It was fun and I got to brag to the other neighborhood kids. This was during the whole truck craze thing in the 70's that you all were chatting about. I did get to drive a one of those local hauling trucks a couple times. We used it to move merchandise from a warehouse to the University during football games. It was an experience trying to navigate a large truck around drunk students and packed parking lots. My dad had a CB installed in our van when I was growing up. It was fun on long trips to listen to the chatter. I did talk to a few truckers and a group of people traveling to a Corvette convention while we were out traveling ourselves. I have to agree with Tam, everyone should spend a some time in a large truck. I also want to add motorcycles to that list. Having done both has made me a better driver. Tam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tam Posted February 16, 2014 Author Share Posted February 16, 2014 (edited) Ooooh, shiny! Someday I hope to add 'a ride in a big rig' to my list of things I've done. Edited February 16, 2014 by Tameiki Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdDog Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 I do have a question?! I understand the policies about having passengers, it makes sense. But can you take a dog/pet with you? I can see where having a dog might be a problem with potty breaks etc, but I thought it would make a great companion and a little added security. Do you have concerns about security on the road? Do you carry or have some type personal protection? I know laws vary from state to state and this could be an issue while traveling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffb Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 The guy in Smokey and the Bandit had a dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdDog Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 (edited) And BJ and the Bear and a chimp. Edited February 16, 2014 by BirdDog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoevapekins Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 What i operated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyavonlady Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 My husband has his class A CDL with tanker/hazmat.He's currently driving a oil delivery truck. Pulled up next to a house on fire, cop told him "GET THE HELL OFF OF THIS STREET WITH YOUR BOMB."Literally. Then a few weeks ago, he got the truck stuck off the side of a long driveway that the homeowner didn't clear of ice (no salt, no nothing. WTH? Homeowners piss me off). Followed by the tow truck getting into the same situation.He also used to be a tow truck driver and has seen so many accidents he is thinking about joining the FD because nasty MVC scenes don't bother him anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuab3687 Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I do have a question?! I understand the policies about having passengers, it makes sense. But can you take a dog/pet with you? I can see where having a dog might be a problem with potty breaks etc, but I thought it would make a great companion and a little added security. Do you have concerns about security on the road? Do you carry or have some type personal protection? I know laws vary from state to state and this could be an issue while traveling. The company I drive for has a "No Pet Policy", thats why I train noobs! Lol I won't comment as far as the protection policy goes other than to say that there is NO Federal restrictions on Concealed Carry. Just have to abide by state to state laws. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuab3687 Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Joe, this is what I operated when active duty: Thats recovered land mines and IED's. I was a combat engineer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoevapekins Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Awesome job to have in the military. I started out as a combat mp( basically mobilized infantry) super cop lol, then cid, last years in switched to truck driver for one more deployments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuab3687 Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I was in from 94-98. Then got recalled in Jan 02, was Med retired in 03. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aufin Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Drivers ....... where do you guys run ........ SE ......midwest ............ all 48? Where? If any of you drivers see an Apex Pilot/Escort truck out there running around, give me a shout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuab3687 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Drivers ....... where do you guys run ........ SE ......midwest ............ all 48? Where? If any of you drivers see an Apex Pilot/Escort truck out there running around, give me a shout. I usually run south midwest all the way north to Canada. I'm currently out east so I can visit my daughters that live in NC. I'll be haeding as far west as CO late summer so I can meet/visit with some other forum members. If I see ya I'll give ya a shout on the squak-box for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Compenstine Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Here are some pics of the rig I owned. Not much but I loved this truck it was a damn good hauler. Tam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vispera Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I use to love driving the different trucks that came to the shop for tires or the ones we had to pick up the older trucks were always my favorite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishguy1123 Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 As a 4 wheeler that's been in a service base job for 12+ yrs on the roads with you rigs I can say this... I've learned what the rigs need, and want from us. Also that most rigs do the best they can to give way so to speek to the lil guys. As a four wheeler, we need to be able to anticipate the needs of the big boys, it's not hard to do. I'm a firm believer that it's not the job of the rigs to avoid us, but OUR job to make it work for us to get where we need to safely together! Also, if the rigs can stop sparying water on my windshield when I pass that would be great.... LMAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuab3687 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Also, if the rigs can stop sparying water on my windshield when I pass that would be great.... LMAO Fishguy, I know that was a little levity there, but that brings up another important point. Thanks If its raining hard enough to use your windshield wipers, turn your headlights on. Our tires kick up a lot of spray from the road and we may not see a smaller vehicle coming up on our sides if you don't have your lights on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishguy1123 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) Hey, I'm the first guy to support headlights on in bad weather! Even questionable weather, rain.. snow... dusk.. dawn... not matter. Turn your damn lights on if they don't come on automaticly, and if the do auto on and it seems questionable, turn em on manually for sure. That's a top 5 pet peave of mine on the road for sure!!! Always gets a WTF from me! Edited March 26, 2014 by fishguy1123 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoevapekins Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Hey, I'm the first guy to support headlights on in bad weather! Even questionable weather, rain.. snow... dusk.. dawn... not matter. Turn your damn lights on if they don't come on automaticly, and if the do auto on and it seems questionable, turn em on manually for sure. That's a top 5 pet peave of mine on the road for sure!!! Always gets a WTF from me! sound like I run with my lights on at all time no matter what its like out. One thing that stuck from 6 years of service. Be surprised at how many times it has saved me. Visual alert is safety Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aufin Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Heading out tomorrow AM for Joplin, Mo to escort a long 'n heavy (13 axle) oversize back to W. Palm. I'll be lookn and listnin for you guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshuab3687 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Heading out tomorrow AM for Joplin, Mo to escort a long 'n heavy (13 axle) oversize back to W. Palm. I'll be lookn and listnin for you guys. Be safe on your trip Aufin! I used to be a "heavy hauler back when I owned my own truck. I miss it somedays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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